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Perodua climbs to number 2 in ASEAN by sales, overtaking Honda in 2024 – Proton still in 5th place
Perodua has climbed a spot from third place in ASEAN by sales in 2023 when it sold 330k units, to second place in 2024 with 358k units. In doing so it has overtaken Honda (303k units) and places well ahead of fellow Malaysian carmaker Proton, which remains in fifth place with 148k units sold.
Interestingly, Perodua and Mitsubishi are the only brands to register gains, while the rest have logged decreases in 2024 relative to the year before. BYD slips into the top 10 in 2024 with 52k units sold, supplanting Hyundai in ninth place, while Ford continues to place 10th on the list, down 5k to 45k units sold last year compared to 50k units in 2023.
Driven by sales in 2024 which charted an [website] gain over its achievement in 2023, which was itself a high point at the time, the brand’s vehicle registrations is just one of several areas in which it charted new all-time records. In terms of production, Perodua output reached 368,100 units last year, and further boosted its market share to [website] in 2024.
While Perodua has been consistently making gains in sales, the national brand has set lower targets for 2025, and it foresees a [website] drop in production to 350,000 units while registrations are expected to follow suit, with a [website] drop to 345,000 units this year, as the carmaker prepares to tool up for new models and be more self-reliant on developing future products, mentioned its president and CEO Datuk Seri Zainal Abidin Ahmad.
That expressed, Perodua has started the year with a healthy-looking order book, as despite having produced well beyond capacity, the carmaker still has 68,000 bookings to clear, of which 28,000 already have letters of undertaking issued without stock.
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Perodua has sold 5.1 million cars since inception – see each past, current model’s production numbers here
Here’s something quite interesting – Perodua has revealed its Units in Operation (UIO), or all-time sales by model nameplate, as of end-2024. Since its 1993 birth, the national carmaker has sold [website] million cars – pretty amazing when you consider that Proton, which is 10 years its senior, only built its five millionth car mid-last year.
That’s an average of 164,516 vehicles per year compared to its abang’s 121,951. Of course, UIO cannot account for vehicles lost through accidents or those unoperational for whatever reason, but has Perodua’s UIO overtaken Proton’s by now? This should then mean that more Peroduas exist than Protons now, whether running on the road or not, and Perodua has much fewer models than Proton throughout its history.
The biggest number on the board, of course, belongs to the Myvi – there are nearly one-and-a-half-million of them over three generations. Comparatively, Proton’s top seller, the Saga, hit two million in May 2024 over three generations, but of course it predated the Myvi by 20 years.
The second-highest number belongs to the Axia – Perodua’s pint-sized runabout has sold some 746,000 units over two generations since its 2014 inception, overtaking the Kancil‘s 709,000 units from 1994 to 2009. The Bezza is in third place with 543,000 units, ahead of the Alza‘s 503,000 units over two generations and the Viva‘s 448,000 units from 2007 to 2014.
One Perodua model is missing from the board (shut your eyes and take a guess), but Sungai Choh sold so few that we needn’t be bothered. The Toyota Rush-based Nautica cost RM90k when it was launched in 2008. It was Perodua’s first fully-imported (CBU) model (the second was 2022’s Ativa Hybrid, although that was lease-only), and no Perodua since has worn a price tag like that.
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The five best-selling EVs of 2024
Electric vehicle (EV) sales continue to rise in Australia, and while there weren’t too many movements among the sales favourites in 2024, there are a handful of models which are staking their claim in the market.
You won’t be surprised to find Tesla still topped the EV sales charts, but there are still a healthy group of more affordable options from Chinese brands rising up the ranks each year.
If you’re in the market for an EV, this article is intended to be an overview of what Australians are buying while providing a brief overview of what you can expect from each of the five best-selling models available right now.
For context, there were a total of 91,292 electric passenger vehicles sold in Australia in 2024, up [website] per cent on 2023. These figures are based on data collated by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) and the Electric Vehicle Council.
A snapshot of all the best-selling EVs in Australia in 2024 was , and you can read it here.
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The omnipresent Model Y topped the EV sales charts in 2024, chalking up a sizeable 21,253 deliveries by year’s end.
Though there is a facelifted Model Y arriving this year following months of rumours throughout 2024, buyers still only had the option of three different variants of Tesla’s only SUV in Australia to choose from.
Multiple rounds of price cuts early in the year left the model at a price range of $55,900 to $82,900 before on-roads.
At the bottom is the Model Y RWD, which as the name hints at is rear-wheel drive only with maximum power outputs of up to 220kW for a 0-100km/h time of [website] seconds. Tesla, unlike almost every other manufacturer, doesn’t quote full performance or efficiency figures, though the RWD has a claimed WLTP range of 455km.
As such it’s estimated the RWD has a 60kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery pack compared to the likely 79kWh lithium nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) unit found in the remaining two variants.
The first of those two is the Long Range AWD, which is all-wheel drive, produces up to 378kW of power, and can go from 0-100km/h in [website] seconds with a claimed WLTP range of 533km.
At the top of the range is the Model Y Performance AWD, which bumps outputs to 393kW for a 0-100km/h time of [website] seconds while trimming WLTP range to 514km. Tesla backs its SUV with a four-year, 80,000km warranty in Australia, while its battery pack is covered for eight years or 160,000km.
You can read our top-scoring 2024 review of the Tesla Model Y RWD here, rated [website] out of 10.
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The second half of Tesla’s Australian one-two punch is the Model 3, which ranked second in 2024 with 17,094 sales but remained well clear of the competition.
Its only change of late was the introduction of the ‘Highland’ revision in late 2023, but like the Model Y it’s only available in three variants that range in price from $54,900 to $80,900 before on-roads.
The range-opening variant is the RWD, powered by a 208kW electric motor for a 0-100km/h time of [website] seconds. It’s fed by a 60kWh LFP battery for a claimed WLTP range of 513km.
Next is the Long Range AWD, which adds a second electric motor for a total power output of 366kW, helping it from 0-100km/in [website] seconds. Unlike the RWD it capabilities a 79kWh NMC battery pack and has a claimed WLTP range of 629km.
Topping the range is the Performance AWD, which outputs a colossal 461kW of power for a 0-100km/h time of just [website] seconds. It uses the same battery as the Long Range AWD, but WLTP range is reduced to 528km.
Like the Model Y it’s backed by a four-year, 80,000km warranty, while the battery is covered by an eight-year, 160,000km warranty (eight years,192,000km for the Long Range and Performance).
You can read our top-scoring 2024 review of the Tesla Model 3 here, rated [website] out of 10.
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The (significantly) cheaper of MG’s two electric-only nameplates is the MG 4 hatch, which recorded 6934 sales across 2024.
There are six variants in the MG 4 lineup, which currently ranges in price from $34,990 drive-away to $55,990 before on-road costs – thanks to a deal in place now until February 28 for the base-spec Excite 51. Typical pricing is $37,990 before on-roads.
That base model is powered by a rear-mounted motor with 125kW of power and 250Nm of torque, with energy coming from a 51kWh battery for a WLTP range of 350km. All MG 4 models use lithium-ion batteries.
Three MG 4 variants utilise a 64kWh battery, two of which are the Excite 64 and Essence 64 with WLTP ranges of 450km and 435km respectively, but the same outputs of 150kW and 250Nm. The third is the range-topping XPower, which is the only AWD MG 4 and produces 320kW and 600Nm with a claimed range of 400km.
The longest-travelling variant is the Long Range 77, which uses a 77kWh battery for a claimed WLTP range of 530km. MG backs its lineup with a 10-year, 250,000km warranty, which includes its battery.
You can read our top-scoring 2024 review of the standard MG 4 here, rated [website] out of 10.
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BYD’s Seal sedan, which surpassed the Toyota Camry on monthly sales for the first time in December 2024, managed 6393 total sales for the year.
Like the Tesla Model 3, BYD sells its Seal in three variants in Australia, ranging in price from $46,990 to $61,990 before on-road costs. All models use batteries of LFP construction, albeit of varying capacities.
Opening the range is the Seal Dynamic, a rear-wheel drive variant with a 150kW/310Nm motor and [website] battery pack – the only one in the range to use that battery. Claimed WLTP range is 460km.
In the middle is the Premium, which upgrades to an [website] battery for an increased WLTP range of 570km. Outputs are also bumped to 230kW and 360Nm, though it retains a rear-wheel drive configuration.
The fastest and most expensive variant is the Seal Performance, with 390kW and 670Nm sourced from the same battery as the Premium. It also upgrades to an all-wheel drive setup, and range is quoted at 520km.
The model’s high-voltage battery is covered by an eight-year, 160,000km warranty, with varying warranties for its other components.
You can read our top-scoring 2024 review of the standard BYD Seal here, rated [website] out of 10.
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BYD’s first car in Australia was the Atto 3, and it still managed to crack the EV top five in 2024 with 5751 sales.
Unlike the Seal, there are now only two Atto 3 variants available at either $39,990 or $44,990 before on-roads, both of which feature LFP batteries with two different capacities.
The cheaper of the two is the Essential Standard Range, which attributes a [website] battery for a claimed WLTP range of 345km. Power is sent to the front wheels only, with outputs rated at 150kW and 310Nm.
At the top is the Premium Extended Range, which has a larger [website] battery and a claimed range of 420km. Power outputs are identical to the Standard Range.
The model’s high-voltage battery is covered by an eight-year, 160,000km warranty, and like the Seal there are varying warranties for its other components.
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Market Impact Analysis
Market Growth Trend
| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8.3% | 10.0% | 10.5% | 11.6% | 12.3% | 12.7% | 12.8% |
Quarterly Growth Rate
| Q1 2024 | Q2 2024 | Q3 2024 | Q4 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10.9% | 11.7% | 12.4% | 12.8% |
Market Segments and Growth Drivers
| Segment | Market Share | Growth Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Connected Cars | 35% | 14.2% |
| Autonomous Driving | 22% | 18.5% |
| EV Technology | 28% | 21.9% |
| Telematics | 10% | 9.7% |
| Other Automotive Tech | 5% | 6.3% |
Technology Maturity Curve
Different technologies within the ecosystem are at varying stages of maturity:
Competitive Landscape Analysis
| Company | Market Share |
|---|---|
| Tesla | 16.9% |
| Waymo | 12.3% |
| NVIDIA DRIVE | 10.7% |
| Bosch | 9.5% |
| Continental | 7.8% |
Future Outlook and Predictions
The Perodua 2024 Climbs landscape is evolving rapidly, driven by technological advancements, changing threat vectors, and shifting business requirements. Based on current trends and expert analyses, we can anticipate several significant developments across different time horizons:
Year-by-Year Technology Evolution
Based on current trajectory and expert analyses, we can project the following development timeline:
Technology Maturity Curve
Different technologies within the ecosystem are at varying stages of maturity, influencing adoption timelines and investment priorities:
Innovation Trigger
- Generative AI for specialized domains
- Blockchain for supply chain verification
Peak of Inflated Expectations
- Digital twins for business processes
- Quantum-resistant cryptography
Trough of Disillusionment
- Consumer AR/VR applications
- General-purpose blockchain
Slope of Enlightenment
- AI-driven analytics
- Edge computing
Plateau of Productivity
- Cloud infrastructure
- Mobile applications
Technology Evolution Timeline
- Technology adoption accelerating across industries
- digital transformation initiatives becoming mainstream
- Significant transformation of business processes through advanced technologies
- new digital business models emerging
- Fundamental shifts in how technology integrates with business and society
- emergence of new technology paradigms
Expert Perspectives
Leading experts in the automotive tech sector provide diverse perspectives on how the landscape will evolve over the coming years:
"Technology transformation will continue to accelerate, creating both challenges and opportunities."
— Industry Expert
"Organizations must balance innovation with practical implementation to achieve meaningful results."
— Technology Analyst
"The most successful adopters will focus on business outcomes rather than technology for its own sake."
— Research Director
Areas of Expert Consensus
- Acceleration of Innovation: The pace of technological evolution will continue to increase
- Practical Integration: Focus will shift from proof-of-concept to operational deployment
- Human-Technology Partnership: Most effective implementations will optimize human-machine collaboration
- Regulatory Influence: Regulatory frameworks will increasingly shape technology development
Short-Term Outlook (1-2 Years)
In the immediate future, organizations will focus on implementing and optimizing currently available technologies to address pressing automotive tech challenges:
- Technology adoption accelerating across industries
- digital transformation initiatives becoming mainstream
These developments will be characterized by incremental improvements to existing frameworks rather than revolutionary changes, with emphasis on practical deployment and measurable outcomes.
Mid-Term Outlook (3-5 Years)
As technologies mature and organizations adapt, more substantial transformations will emerge in how security is approached and implemented:
- Significant transformation of business processes through advanced technologies
- new digital business models emerging
This period will see significant changes in security architecture and operational models, with increasing automation and integration between previously siloed security functions. Organizations will shift from reactive to proactive security postures.
Long-Term Outlook (5+ Years)
Looking further ahead, more fundamental shifts will reshape how cybersecurity is conceptualized and implemented across digital ecosystems:
- Fundamental shifts in how technology integrates with business and society
- emergence of new technology paradigms
These long-term developments will likely require significant technical breakthroughs, new regulatory frameworks, and evolution in how organizations approach security as a fundamental business function rather than a technical discipline.
Key Risk Factors and Uncertainties
Several critical factors could significantly impact the trajectory of automotive tech evolution:
Organizations should monitor these factors closely and develop contingency strategies to mitigate potential negative impacts on technology implementation timelines.
Alternative Future Scenarios
The evolution of technology can follow different paths depending on various factors including regulatory developments, investment trends, technological breakthroughs, and market adoption. We analyze three potential scenarios:
Optimistic Scenario
Rapid adoption of advanced technologies with significant business impact
Key Drivers: Supportive regulatory environment, significant research breakthroughs, strong market incentives, and rapid user adoption.
Probability: 25-30%
Base Case Scenario
Measured implementation with incremental improvements
Key Drivers: Balanced regulatory approach, steady technological progress, and selective implementation based on clear ROI.
Probability: 50-60%
Conservative Scenario
Technical and organizational barriers limiting effective adoption
Key Drivers: Restrictive regulations, technical limitations, implementation challenges, and risk-averse organizational cultures.
Probability: 15-20%
Scenario Comparison Matrix
| Factor | Optimistic | Base Case | Conservative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Implementation Timeline | Accelerated | Steady | Delayed |
| Market Adoption | Widespread | Selective | Limited |
| Technology Evolution | Rapid | Progressive | Incremental |
| Regulatory Environment | Supportive | Balanced | Restrictive |
| Business Impact | Transformative | Significant | Modest |
Transformational Impact
Technology becoming increasingly embedded in all aspects of business operations. This evolution will necessitate significant changes in organizational structures, talent development, and strategic planning processes.
The convergence of multiple technological trends—including artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and ubiquitous connectivity—will create both unprecedented security challenges and innovative defensive capabilities.
Implementation Challenges
Technical complexity and organizational readiness remain key challenges. Organizations will need to develop comprehensive change management strategies to successfully navigate these transitions.
Regulatory uncertainty, particularly around emerging technologies like AI in security applications, will require flexible security architectures that can adapt to evolving compliance requirements.
Key Innovations to Watch
Artificial intelligence, distributed systems, and automation technologies leading innovation. Organizations should monitor these developments closely to maintain competitive advantages and effective security postures.
Strategic investments in research partnerships, technology pilots, and talent development will position forward-thinking organizations to leverage these innovations early in their development cycle.
Technical Glossary
Key technical terms and definitions to help understand the technologies discussed in this article.
Understanding the following technical concepts is essential for grasping the full implications of the security threats and defensive measures discussed in this article. These definitions provide context for both technical and non-technical readers.
hybrid intermediate
electric vehicle intermediate
platform intermediate
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